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Newspaper

Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1961

Page

6

West Frankfort Man Christmas Eve Wedding in St. Louis

Miss Nene Marsha Bluestein and Richard H. Senturia wed Sunday at the Hotel Coronado in St. Louis. Rabbi Ephraim Epstein officiated as guests praised ornate reembroidered lace gowns, sapphire blue gowns for bridesmaids, and bouquets of white orchids and blue carnations. The couple planned a New York trip before settling at 789 Wayne Avenue, University City.

Hotel Coronado St. Louis Nene Marsha Bluestein Richard H. Senturia Ephraim Epstein Robert Bluestein Gannon Avenue University City Brussels Janet V. Bluestein Eleanor _ Pog Howard Pearlstone Bluestein Linda Steven Adelman Imwvin J. Senturia West Frankfort West Frankfort and the Late Mrs. Senturia Edward Cohen Michael Spector David Winfield Sidney Kaymen Myron Pollack Emanuel Spector Harry Minsky Mr. Senturia New York Wayne Avenue

Carpenters Auxiliary 777 Christmas Party Held

The Carpenters Auxiliary 777 held its Christmas party on December 21 at the Carpenters Hall. Tables featured candles and a Christmas tree. A gift exchange occurred and refreshments of cookies fruit cake and cranberry punch were served. Members donated food for a basket to a needy family. Next meeting is January 23.

Carpenters Auxiliary 777 Carpenters Hall

Miss Agosti Engaged to Thomas L Forster

The engagement of Miss Marsha Lynn Agosti and Thomas L Forster is announced by her parents, Mr and Mrs Tony M Agosti of 603 Bay Ave Christopher Illinois. Miss Agosti is a 1966 graduate of Christopher Community High School and a sophomore at Southern Illinois University. Forster, a 1958 Zeigler Community High School graduate, is a senior at SIU and an Air Force ROTC member. No wedding date has been set.

Marsha Lynn Agosti Thomas L. ‘Forster Tony M. Agosti Bay Ave Christopher Miss Agosti Christopher Community High School Southeast Missouri State College Southern Illinois University Forster Zeigler: Community High School SIU Air Force Rotc

Visit by Purcell Family in Skokie From Johnston City

Mr and Mrs Ray Purcell of Johnston City are in Skokie this week visiting their daughter and son in law Mr and Mrs George Billing and family.

Skokie Ray’ Purcell Johnston Jair George Billing

Franklin County IFWC Board Hosts Christmas Party

Franklin County Federation of Women’s Clubs held its annual Christmas gathering in Benton with Mrs. Everett Lewis hosting. The program featured devotional by Mrs. Victor Kretz, songs by Mrs. William Neiswinger, a reading by Mrs. Hawkins, and a humorous poem for women over forty. Special guests included Mrs. Willard Love and Mrs. Kretz.

Everett Lewis Benton Dee Franklin County Federation of Women's Clubs Kern’s Benton Walter A. Hawkins Christopher Victor Kretz William Neiswinger J. Hh. Baldwin

Farewell column as I leave Southern Illinois tomorrow

Margaret Boswell bids farewell to the Southern Illinoisan after almost five years, thanking colleagues, friends, SIU staff, and readers. She reveals her move to the Illinois State Journal and Register in Springfield, recalls playful moments, and ponders lasting friendships, parking tickets, and whether the Girl Scouts will forgive her.

Margaret Boswell The Southern Illinoisan Illinois State Journal Register Springfield Southern Illinois Kit Marta Kits Fran Killpatrick Karli Jo Webber Angela Mildenberger Southern Thnais University School of Home Economics SIU Information Service Bel Carbondale City of

Cape-Sole Pattern for a Hairpin Lace Cape

Vintage instruction ad offers a cape pattern for a 15 inch or 18 inch length. Describes use as a wardrobe accessory and dress cover. Pattern No. 1145 includes complete instructions and costs 25 cents, plus 10 cents shipping. Mail to Martha Madison, Box 1490, New York, NY.

Martha Madison Southern Illnoisan New York N. Y

The Problems of the Divorced Man by Dr Goodman

A wall of advice on men facing divorce. The piece describes loneliness and financial strain after separation, noting support payments, remarriage difficulty, and reduced dignity. It urges counseling, avoiding hastened divorce, and provides contact for marital help and a booklet request.

Mrs Lyons Leads Johnston City Womans Club Meet

Mrs Lola Lyons spoke on Where Did We Get That Christmas Custom at the December 19 Johnston City Business and Professional Womans Club gathering in the Eastern Star dining room. Nancy Martin shared Christmas lore, Decima Willoughby read a parody, and gifts were exchanged.

Lola Lyons Johnston City Eastern Star Miss Willoughby Miss Pearl Roberts

Williams Family Attends Granite Falls Wedding

The Rev. and Mrs. Barnett Williams Jr and family of Johnston City return home after holiday visit to North Carolina. The Rev Williams served as best man at his brother’s Saturday wedding in Granite Falls. Mrs Williams was soloist and daughter Karen the flower girl before visiting Mrs. Williams’ parents in Chandler.

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